Road Maintenance Lead Hand

Description:

EDUCATION

• Completion of Grade 12. plus:
• Additional post-secondary education in a One to Two years College Program in a construction or business program (or equivalent courses) plus completion of Ontario Good Roads Association (OGRA) Anderson and Mahony Road schools or equivalent courses.
• Additional education or training with computer applications relevant to the position, i.e. Excel, Word, Web Mapping Systems (AVL) and multi data basis (MMS).
• Completion of Scott McKay Bituminous Technology, Soils Technology and Concrete Technology or equivalent courses would be an asset.
• Must complete WHMIS training.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• 5 years - summer maintenance or construction related fields.
• 1 year experience in a supervisory or lead hand capacity.
• Must possess an excellent knowledge of Region of Niagara’s Transportations Quality Standards.
• Must possess an excellent knowledge of Transportation’s Methods and Procedures Manual.
• Must possess practical experience in all phases of summer maintenance activities including ditching, mowing, asphalt repairs, bridge and culverts, shouldering, and catch basin/sewer repairs.
• Must possess knowledge of Region of Niagara’s Operators Training Manual.
• Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid is an asset.
• Must be familiar with Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) book 7 temporary conditions.
• Must possess working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Must possess knowledge of the Minimum Maintenance Standards outlined by the province of Ontario.
• Must possess knowledge of surveying techniques, including grade and alignment.
• Must be competent in operating tools and equipment related to summer maintenance related activities.
• Must be eligible for certification as a Certified Road Supervisor with the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors.